Rob Thomson Manager | Official Website
Rob Thomson Manager | Official Website
MLB Pipeline will unveil its new Top 100 Prospects list and revamped Top 30s for every farm system next Tuesday. While specific ranks are not being disclosed yet, a preview has been provided by identifying the prospect who has boosted his stock the most on each team's Top 30 since the start of the season.
Four of these players will make the Top 100, while twenty-two did not make preseason Top 30 lists in their organization.
Toronto Blue Jays' Fernando Perez, a right-handed pitcher, was selected as Toronto’s representative at this summer’s All-Star Futures Game. The 20-year-old has posted a 3.67 ERA and 1.00 WHIP with 85 strikeouts in 81 innings at Single-A Dunedin.
Stiven Martinez of the Baltimore Orioles signed in January for $950,000 and worked his way onto the team’s list thanks to his solid start in the Rookie-level Dominican Summer League.
Gary Gill Hill from Tampa Bay Rays has taken off in 2024 with a 3.57 ERA and shows three above-average pitches with his fastball, slider, and changeup.
Kristian Campbell of Boston Red Sox had a strong redshirt freshman season at Georgia Tech but lasted until the supplemental fourth round. The Red Sox helped him change his bat path while adding bat speed and strength, resulting in impressive statistics across High-A and Double-A levels.
New York Yankees' Edgleen Perez is noted more for his defense than offense. Signed out of Venezuela in 2023 for $50,000, he batted .283/.444/.380 during his U.S. debut in the Florida Complex League this summer.
C.J. Kayfus from Cleveland Guardians fits into their hit-over-power profile but now drives the ball more often to his pull side with notable results between High-A and Double-A levels.
Kansas City Royals’ Asbel Gonzalez signed for $157,500 out of Venezuela in January 2023 and impressed officials with speed and defense during his first stateside season.
Detroit Tigers' Jaden Hamm leads High-A qualifiers with a significant strikeout rate and maintains an impressive ERA over several innings for West Michigan.
Zebby Matthews from Minnesota Twins leaped from No. 20 on their preseason list to currently standing on the overall Top 100 due to dominant performances across multiple levels including Triple-A.
Brooks Baldwin from Chicago White Sox quickly became an organizational favorite post-draft due to versatility and high floor performance across Double-A and Triple-A levels leading to a major league call-up.
Randy De Jesus of Los Angeles Angels returned to form during full-season ball after initial struggles making consistent contact during U.S debut last year.
Houston Astros’ Anderson Brito signed for $10,000 out of Venezuela showing increased velocity on fastballs alongside dominating pro debut statistics between Rookie-ball clubs and Single-A.
Grant Holman from Oakland Athletics moved into bullpen role showcasing notable ERA reduction leading up through Double-A promotions.
Seattle Mariners’ Brandyn Garcia reached Double-A maintaining low ERA demonstrating effective pitching strategy since drafted.
Alejandro Rosario from Texas Rangers showed improvement post-draft dominating various class stops maintaining impressive K/BB ratio.
Atlanta Braves’ Didier Fuentes showcased athleticism returning better results holding hitters down significantly through multiple starts.
Joe Mack from Miami Marlins adjusted approach leading to improved batting averages compared previous seasons across High/Double A levels.
Jonah Tong of New York Mets demonstrated excellent carry on fastballs resulting significant strikeouts rising within team prospects ranking.
Washington Nationals’ Andry Lara displayed best performance yet showcasing improved stats supported by stronger pitching metrics between High/Double A levels.
Jean Cabrera Philadelphia Phillies pitched way up rankings showing potential Major League arm talent highlighted by increased pitch speeds & control accuracy.
Jesus Made Milwaukee Brewers ranked highly amongst international prospects performing impressively displaying power/speed capabilities within Dominican Summer League games played thus far
Quinn Mathews St Louis Cardinals overcame velocity concerns now regularly sitting mid-90s improving overall game contributing towards higher team ranking positions alongside other top prospects teammates
Jaxon Wiggins Chicago Cubs rebounded successfully post-surgery showcasing varied pitch strengths contributing towards higher prospect consideration despite limited prior track record success
Tony Blanco Jr Pittsburgh Pirates worked onto list strong early US debut before injury posting good average slugging percentages
Sammy Stafura Cincinnati Reds struggled initially Arizona Complex League turned around second attempt earning promotion full-season ball holding own statistically
Demetrio Crisantes Arizona Diamondbacks led minor leaguers plate appearances consistently striking well spraying line drives effectively raising hope future hitting potential
Alex Freeland Los Angeles Dodgers bounced back emerging better shortstop prospect demonstrating swing decision making abilities combined defensive skills
Trent Harris San Francisco Giants nondrafted free agent dominated pro hitters mid-90s fastball plus breaking pitches carving opponents efficiently various class stops
Humberto Cruz San Diego Padres demonstrated promising pitching abilities bypassing lower leagues showing advanced skills future major league potential
Kyle Karros Colorado Rockies raked all year maintaining high averages becoming excellent defender hot corner highlighting overall growth since draft selection
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